CROSS COUNTRY NEWS

Welcome to Winter 23

Falls Creek Cross Country has said welcome to winter this week, and just in time for the school holidays!

As we’ve gotten some fantastic grooming started on the XC trails it has been great to see you all out there making the most of the blue bird days and snow covered trails.

My name is Ella Jackson and I’m very happy to be back again this year to serve you your weekly dose of cross country news at Falls Creek and I very much welcome all of you to say hello and to get in touch with any XC stories or photos throughout the season.

It has to be said, the XC skiing trail system at Falls Creek is absolutely world class, and those of you who I ran into in Europe in January would I’m sure agree with me that we are certainly having better winter conditions here so far as well! Here’s hoping the rest of the winter will follow suit. This Week, expect the XC trails to be very colourful as we welcome the school holiday period to the XC trails. If you are a family looking for an alternative or additional activity to downhill skiing while you’re up here, or if you’ve been looking out the window and wondering “what’s out there?” I strongly encourage you to give a XC ski lesson a go. XC skiing is an awesome way to experience the snowy mountains in a different way by adventuring around parts of the High Plains that aren’t accessible by the chair lifts, and is always guaranteed to make unforgettable memories with friends and family.

Intimate Dining Experience

Our intimate personal dinners for small group are proving to be a favourite with regulars and visitors.

Please feel free to contact us and discuss your requirements and timing. Regards, Roi and Sue.

Take-Away Pasta Dishes

Saturday & Sunday Evenings!

All your favourites - Call ahead to order!

Phone: 03 5754 4495

177 Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga

Falls Creek

Open 8am – 7pm Daily

· Extensive grocery range

· Bottle shop: beer, wine, spirits

· Fresh fruit and vegetables

· Hot pies and sausage rolls

· Heat and eat meals

·Phone re-charge

·ATM

·Newspapers and magazines

Located in Slalom day carpark at the bottom of Halley’s Comet Chairlift. Tel: 57 583 009

For pick and pack deliveries please visit www.foodworkshighcountry.com.au

If you’re looking to try it out, I recommend you get started by heading up to the Windy Corner Nordic Centre and Day Shelter and asking for assistance with gear rental and lessons for all ages and talents. Additionally, for information about accessible accommodation and adaptive equipment, be sure to get in contact with Disabled Wintersports Australia, who have a variety of programs and services available for Para Nordic Skiing at Falls Creek (https:// www.disabledwintersport.com.au/programsand-services/).

Cross country trails are open every day, with grooming able to be live-tracked online through the Falls Creek website, so you can take a look at where you might want to ski each day.

We have three events scattered throughout the school holidays that are good opportunities to meet like-minded people to go skiing with. This kicks off this Sunday, the 25th of June, and again next Saturday the 1st of July with Come and Try XC Skiing day’s hosted by the Telemark Nordic Ski Club. If you’re then interested in trying out your new found XC Skiing skills in a more competitive arena, Snow Trek & Travel are hosting the annual High Plains tour races the following weekend, on Saturday the 8th of July, offering 1km, 2.5km, 5km, and 10km race categories. To find out more about the Come and Try XC Days, check out the TNSC website or get in contact with Lynn-Maree Cullen on 0409 592 226, and more information about the High Plains Tour will follow in next week’s edition. Happy skiing everybody! •

Ella Jackson

B A R & BIST R O

Wed to Fri: 3pm to Late

Meals from 5:30 to 8pm

Sat & Sun: 12noon to Late

Meals from 12 to 2pm & 5:30 to 8pm

COM M UNI T Y R A F FLE S

Fridays from 5:30pm

23/6: Alpine Radio

30/6: UKV Community Ass.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

Saturday Arvo from 3pm

24/6: Matt Sier | 1/7: Red Brick Radio

Pilates @ Falls

Just a quick email to inform you that Falls Creek Mat classes start on Monday 26th June. Class times will be: Monday's @ 5:15pm and Fridays @ 4:30pm.

If you are an avid skier or snowboarder, adding Pilates to your fitness routine can greatly improve your performance on the slopes. Pilates exercises help to strengthen your core, improve your balance and stability, and increase your flexibility. These benefits can translate to better control and precision while skiing and snowboarding, reducing your risk of injury and allowing you to ride more comfortably for longer periods of time.

Additionally, Pilates can help to improve your overall fitness, making it easier to tackle challenging runs, enjoy your time on the mountain and recover quicker from fatigue. Class packages are available for locals: Ten x Class pass: $180. Five x Class pass: $100.

Classes are again being held in the FCAR Boardroom, under Powderkeg bar in Slalom Plaza. Please reach out if you have any questions, looking forward to seeing you on the mat. •

Kind regards, Mimi Em: mimi@wildflowerpilates.com.au. Mb: 0433 017 660

Karate

Kei Shin Kan Traditional Karate. Falls Creek Dojo.

We have a Winter program open this year. Commencing on Tuesday the 27th of June in the FCAR Boardroom at 5pm. Open to all ages. An annual $40.00 Joining Fee only. KSK is a non-profit service.

Under New Ownership

Large range of bulk foods Organic groceries

Herbal teas & Honey bird coffee Herbs, Spices,Honey & Olive Oil

OPEN: Tues & Thurs: 9am - 5pm Sat: 10am-1pm

~Pantry staples without the packaging~

167 Kiewa Valley Highway Now around the back of building via laneway www.nourishwholefoods.org to order online for click & collect or local delivery available.

Travelling to Falls Creek this winter?

Enjoy the comfort and safety!

A skeleton timetable will operate until Friday 25th June – when the full timetable will come in to operation. Refer to our website for further details.

www.fallscreekcoachservice.com.au

But remember, the same convenient service applies! Leave the worries of pre-purchasing Resort Entry, Hiring and fitting Chains, coping with Anti-Freeze and Icy slippery roads behind you.

Park your car in the Secure Car-Park in Tawonga South and enjoy the comfort of our modern warm coaches and experienced drivers for your holiday at Falls Creek. Check the Website for services from Melbourne, Albury and Mount Beauty Group bookings and private transfers are also available for the entire 2021 winter season.

The Good News… Refuse and Recycling

M E M B E R S H I P S O N

S A L E S O O N

Falls Creek is one of the first resorts to recycle organic matter! We recycle:-

• Cardboard – baled and sold for re-manufacture.

• Co-mingles – plastic, glass and paper – in the clear plastic bags with the RED print.

• Organics – anything that has ever lived – food, paper, oyster shells, bones – in the clear plastic bags with the GREEN print – all sent to be composted.

Falls Creek Garbage is collected seven days a week during winter

If you require supplies of bags, have a question, or see a problem, phone us on 0427 411 415

★ Keep watch for our combined Falls Creek Guides & Wildflower Pilates tours!

Fall Lines

Mid Year Band Concert

Come in from the cold and help the Mount Beauty and District Community Band celebrate its mid-year ‘Bandaid Concert’ on Saturday 24 June. Why ‘bandaid,’ you ask? To help the band recover from COVID cancellations, of course!

The program traditionally showcases some of the band’s talented soloists; this year is no exception. From the Ovens Valley, Jason and Rachel Campbell will entertain on the tuba and clarinet, and Robin Wood will impress on the xylophone in the quirkily named ‘The Joyful Skeleton.’ Talented trumpeter, Jeanette Teychenne, will mesmerise in ‘Cinema Paradiso,’ and accomplished flautist, Steve Scott, will captivate in ‘Rondo for Solo and Wind Band.’ Musical Director, Glenn Ramage, will also take a turn on his sweet-voiced

WELCOME BACK TO WINTER!

euphonium in ‘Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves.’

As well as these special performances, some familiar crowd-pleasers will also make an appearance, including ‘Star Wars,’ ‘A Little Tango Music’ and ‘Adagio Cantabile.’

Fall Lines

PUBLICATION SCHEDULE:

Hard Waste Collection

When: Saturday 24 June, 3pm. Where: Mount Beauty Community Centre. Entry: FREE. •

Disabled Wintersport Australia

Meet the Falls Creek Disabled Wintersport Australia team. We welcome back Min Melinda Middleton, Camp Manager, who is back for another season at Falls Creek. We are very excited to introduce you to two newly appointed DWA staff, Lincoln Budge, Resort Services Coordinator and Jeremy Limpens, Resort Services Coordinator.

Falls Creek Resort Management will be collecting hard waste on Wednesday 26th April - the day after ANZAC Day. Please see our Hard Waste Collection guidelines on the website, or if you require any additional information, please contact the FCRM Office on 03 5758 1200. • Summer Debrief

It has been a record year for visitation this summer and Resort Management would like to get your feedback on events, visitor demographic, mountain biking and general observations.

Therefore you are invited to join the and other members of the community for a

This week the team have been busy getting equipment ready for their members in preparation for up and coming Guide training, DWA Camps and individual equipment requests. The DWA Staff have also spent some time working with the Ski Lift staff focusing on the Sit Ski lift training (getting Sit Skis onto the chair) in preparation for this weekend’s training for DWA Guides. The Guides will be completing their Level 1 and Level 2 Adaptive Snowsport Guide Training. If you see the DWA team out and about this week, be sure to say hello. • RATED

(https://australia247.info/) around 11:30am in the Boardroom above

If you have any specific agenda items, please email http://joprothero@fallscreek.com.au.

A Life to Remember

A celebration of Lyn’s Life will take place on Friday the 28th April 2017 in the Village Bowl at Falls Creek for anyone who wishes to attend and pay tribute. Commencing at 12 noon, the afternoon will reflect Lyn’s enormous contribution to Falls Creek. Some wine and a light BBQ will be provided, but we ask that you bring other beverages and also a plate to share. In the case of wet weather, a contingency plan will be in place. Friends are welcome to pass this invite on and it is understood that members of Lyn’s family will be in attendance. • Trade Fair @ Falls Creek

Something of an institution since 1982, the Trade Fair @ Falls Creek is an opportunity

Sunday 28th May 5pm

Mount Beauty Information Centre Auditorium. BYO drinks and nibbles.

Tickets: Mount BeautyNewsagency Ph: 5754 4204

$25, $20 (members), $10 (students)

5A Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty Phone: 5754 1270

2023 WINTER PUBLICATION SCHEDULE & RATES

Ed 04 * 30.06.23 * High Plains Tour. Board Lounge Throwdown. Christmas in July with Subaru. (C)

Ed 05 * 07.07.23 * Wombat’s Rambler. Mim Ladies Program. Vic Junior XC Championships

2017 LOCAL PASS Affordable skiing

ADVERTISING RATES:

DISPLAY: 1 column (6cm wide) = $16.00 per cm. 4cp = $20.00 per cm.

• 2 column (12.5cm wide) = $26.00 per cm. 4cp = $35.00 per cm.

Tawonga Crescent

Ed 06 * 14.07.23 * Vic XC Junior Championships. Wombats Rambler. Mim Ladies Ski Programs. (C)

Ed 07 * 21.07.23 * Birkebeiner Classic. Snow Australia Interschools Championships. (C)

CLASSIFIEDS:

• 3 column (19cm wide) = $36.00 per cm. 4cp = $49.00 per cm.

• Like the Trading Post. Send in your Classifieds and pay when you sell.

8:30am - 5:00pm Mon - Friday

Take

DISTRIBUTION: • All accommodation houses, restaurants, businesses, club lodges & apartments in Falls Creek, Bogong Village, Mount Beauty, Tawonga South, Tawonga & Dederang, plus the RMB’s between Dederang & Tawonga & selected venues in Bright & Myrtleford.

ONLINE:

• Available in PDF form at: www.fallscreek.com.au/whatson/

WEBSITE:

• www.thisweekinfallscreek.com.au

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For Information on Advertising or Editorial Contributions please contact: Ken Bell Mob: 0400 350 488

Email: kencbell@bigpond.net.au

BUSINESS DIR.:

DEADLINE:

• $6.50 per line per Edition.

10:00am - 12:00pm Saturdays

• Friday 2.00pm prior to publication date

Ph: 5754 3400 for appointments

CONTRACT: • A Green Season Contract is available for advertising in all 14 editions of the Green Season offering a 15% Discount – invoiced four editions in advance. Invoice Dates are: 25.11.22; 06.01.23; 10.03.23 & 05.05.23.

Enquiries

24 hours for emergencies

Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Angela Stratton & Anoop Pem.

For Payment, Placement of Adverts or Subscriptions, please forward to: Ph/Fax: 03 5754 1346

Fully accredited General Practice with 37 years service to the Upper Kiewa Valley.

What’s in a Name?

When you name your new business you try to consider all the connotations that name may have. Slides was named for the obvious reason that when you are going skiing you are going for a slide.

“Meet your for a slide” we say! “We’re off for a slide!” is another one. One always hopes it conjures up the positive image you are aiming for… think Harry Styles and his obvious style, think Elvis and try not to think of his pelvis, think North Face and think Dan Andrews. However be careful what might befall you.

With all guns blazing (or should it be all beans brewing) Julia was all set for a fantastic summer of trade after what can only be called a monumental first winter and then… the dreaded LANDSLIDE’ hits Falls Creek. Motherf%@#**!!!! So ‘what’s in a name?’ Well I’ll tell you.

In your first year of business you can’t help but look for those positive reviews. Surruptitious peaks at google to see how much love you’re getting; checking insta for all those likes. You know how it goes. Well lo and behold, type in Slides and you’re rewarded with the most damning reviews! Jump onto Google review only to find Major Road Projects Victoria announcing catastrophic landslide blocks falls creek!!!! I press on. Type in Slides - and up comes landslide!

Slides coffee bar = major road blockage! Slides coffee = citizens evacuated! Slides Falls Creek = months ahead of disruption! OH MY GOD!

A road that is blocked, people tearing their hair out and not a coffee in the world will make this situ go away. What has happened to upset the PR gods I ask??? Who can I run to that will help me out of this marketing nightmare?? When will this end???

But then you remember that having a sense of humour and being part of such an amazing community makes it all fine again. Fast forward to June 2023 and the madness of the landslide is well behind us and we are ready to Slide into an amazing winter ahead.

Trading Post Classifieds For Sale

ROLA Roof Racks to suite VB, VC, VH Commodores. Were anodized black (but faded) and have been powder coated black. $250. Also available with road bike mounts to suite. Ph: 0400 350 488. Stubby series 1000 universal woodturning lathe, as new, $9,000. Ph: 0408 466 790.

Cane Armchair and footstool. $30. Six metal framed dining chairs upholstered in burgundy vinyl $30. Ph: 0477 443 964.

Orbea AVANT M20 DISC road bike, Carbon frame, size 60, colour- Carbon-Blue. $1,950. * Nello Viper 51 kayak. $1,500. * Ph: 0408 466 790.

ARBORISTS

A fully insured, GST Registered, ethically minded local business. Alpine Valley Arborists. Call Kane 0428 287 814 or Hayley 0427 272 777 – for all things trees!

ALTITUDE PHYSIO & MASSAGE

Frueauf Village (below Ory’s Falls Creek), Ground Floor, Room 2, 43 Schuss St Falls Creek. Ph: 03 5758 3766. Em: fallscreek@altitude.physio

BOWEN THERAPY & MASSAGE

Tawonga South. Ph: Heather 0428 993 125.

BUILDING & ELECTRICAL

Duggan & Hanlon, your complete building service. Please cal Justin Mb: 0458 220 879.

CAKE MAKING & DECORATING

Elene Wood at www.studioecakes.com.au in Tawonga – for all occasions. Mb: 0409 673 192 or Em: hello@studioecakes.com.au

CAR DETAILING

Give Steve a call in Tawonga South. Ph: 0423 499 086.

CARPET CLEANING

Call Nathan of NatWest Home Maintenance, your local Carpet Cleaning Service. 0410 480 697.

Championship Billiard Table 12x6’ excellent condition complete with Belgian equipment, cover and light. Handcrafted by ACE Billiard Tables for Kasman Billiards. One owner. $5500 ono. Ph: 0414 318 043. Blade X rollerblades, as new not yet used, men’s size 43, $100. Ph: 0408 466 790.

VALLEY FUN & FITNESS CLASS

Every Tuesday at 9am at the Ladies Facility, Dederang Recreation Reserve. All equipment provided. Bring a drink bottle and towel. $6 per session. A great way to keep fit and socialise at the same time. Classes by Narelle Jones (Personal Trainer). Enquiries: Sharon McEvoy 0438 289 293 (the6maccas@bigpond.com)

Business Directory

CARPENTRY & BUILDING SERVICES

Oztek Constructions Pty Ltd. We do local building work, renovations, extensions and maintenance. Email Dave at: oztekconstructions@gmail.com. Or Ph: 0466 990 862

CIVIL CELEBRANT – HEATHER MULL

Quality Ceremonies – All Types. Mb: 0428 993 125. www.celebrant-ne-vic.com.au

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

Altitude Electrical – no job too big or too small. Domestic, Commercial & Industrial. Ben Svarc Mb: 0419 801 109.

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

Electrik Charge – Cade Piera – Licensed Local Electrician. Mb: 0400 827 060.

FREIGHT – ALB – MTB – FALLS CREEK

Remo’s Transport from Albury/Wodonga to Mount Beauty and Falls Creek Mon to Fri inclusive. Refrigeration available. Ph: John or Esther 0417 414 320.

HAIRDRESSER

Natalie Raymond, Birds Nest Salon, 26 Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty. Open Six days a week and evenings by appointment. Ph: 03 5754 1177.

LANDSCAPING m 0419 399 737 Mount Beauty | www.mountaincreekarch com

Design and landscaping - quality work. Contact Hamish at External Solutions: Em: admin@externalsolutions.com.au.

Mb: 0400 160 532.

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Little Humour

A priest, a pastor, and a rabbit entered a clinic to donate blood. The nurse asked the rabbit, "What's your blood type?" "I'm probably a Type O," said the rabbit. MISSING BOOK

A hard-bound copy of Dr Ruth Lawrence’s Thesis titled ‘The Interaction between Land Use, the Environment and the Hydrology of the Bogong High Plains between 1850 and 1985’ was given to this community in the care of the late Bill Sutton. It has been loaned out – and not returned. This is a vital piece of the history of this area and it would be fabulous to have it returned. If you are going through your old bookshelves, keep an eye out for it. Fortunately your Editor has obtained a Digital Copy form the Melbourne University for reference. Any news, please call 0400 350 488.

LD’S HOME PET CARE

Pet Care and Dog Walking. Ph: Lisa 0407 541 695.

LOCKSMITH & HANDYMAN

Codi Coutts – servicing the Kiewa Valley & North East Victoria. Ph: 0475 388 990. Em: kiewavalleylocksmith@yahoo.com

PAINTING SERVICES

Interior/Exterior, Domestic/Commercial.

Obligation Free Quotes. Quality & Service Guaranteed. KLM Alpine Painting Services. Ph: Laif: 0437 023 921.

PHYSIOTHERAPY

Kiewa Valley Sports & Spinal Therapy, 5A Hollonds St, Mount Beauty. Out of Hours & Home visits available. HiCaps. Ph: 03 5754 1270.

PILATES

Reformer, Group or Individual for a better quality of life. Wildflower Pilates Ph: 0433 017 660.

SPORTS MASSAGE

Book On-Line: impactmassage.com.au

STORAGE

Caravans, Vehicles, Pallets, Large Lock-Up Units. Ph: 0428 361 497. www.alpinewarehousing.com

TECH SUPPORT

PC Trouble? Wifi Issues? For anything tech related home or business, call Ray! Ph: 0412 812 263 or Em: ray@ raystechsupport.com